The town is nestled between three hills and two beaches, and hosts some castle ruins, a pier and a harbour. The seafront hosts Victorian / Edwardian buildings mostly 4/5 stories high. The wide promenade protects the buildings from the revenges of the Irish Sea and offers space to sit, soak up the sun and view the surrounding hills and mountains which in winter are often covered in snow. On a clear day you may see the tallest mountain in Wales, Snowdon.

Devil's Bridge is world-renowned for: the three bridges, the great little narrow gauge steam railway that climbs through the verdant Vale of Rheidol from Aberystwyth & the cascading waterfalls of the river Mynach. Devil's Bridge's most famous feature is probably the unique arrangement of its three bridges -which are built one on top of the other. The original bridge was believed to have been built either by the Cistercian monks of Strata Florida abbey or by Knights Templar. The latest bridge was built by the County Council during this century.

Visiting both Grasmere & Ambleside.

An historic ‘beacon status’ market town full of local character, built around the 12^th century castle from which it took its name. The town boasts Georgian Buildings, with cobbled market place, riverside & woodland walks. A short drive takes us to High Force Waterfall, England’s largest waterfall, is reached via a short woodland walk from the coach park, with a picnic area and gift shop.

Beaumaris is a well known historic town on the Menai Strait with its medieval castle dating back to the reign of Edward I and its Victorian pier, gaol & courthouse.  Plas Newydd is set amidst breathtakingly beautiful scenery on the Menai Strait, this elegant house was redesigned by James Wyatt in the 18th century. There is a fine spring garden and Australasian arboretum, with an under storey of shrubs and wild flowers, a summer terrace and massed hydrangeas, which give autumn colour.

Betws-y-Coed is North Wales' most popular inland resort. It is where the River Conwy meets its three tributaries flowing from the west, the Llugwy, the Lledr and the Machno. Much of it was built in Victorian times and it is the principal village of the Snowdonia National Park.

Beddgelert is undoubtedly Snowdonia's loveliest village, the village, in keeping with its location in the Snowdonia National Park, is picturesque and unspoilt. Small and friendly, it boasts a full range of amenities. A Short Walk south of the village, following the footpath along the banks of the Glaslyn leads to Beddgelert's most famous historical feature. 'Gelert's Grave'. According to legend, the stone monument in the field marks the resting place of 'Gelert', the faithful hound of the medieval Welsh Prince Llewelyn the Great.

After a stop in Betws-y-Coed, we continue to Beddgelert for the trip on the Welsh Highland Railway.  The train runs from Beddgelert to Caernarfon, snaking around seemingly impossible bends, up hard gradients and around the foothills of Snowdon, the journey ends by passing alongside the awe inspiring Caernarfon Castle.

The biggest and most popular seaside resort in Europe, Blackpool offers just about everything you can wish for. Everyone has heard of the Tower and the Golden Mile, but there's so much more to offer. Start with the Pleasure Beach, the single biggest tourist attraction in Britain with six and a half million visitors a year. Try the fabulous Sandcastle and the Big Wheel, go on to the Sea Life Centre, Louis Tussaud's, the three piers,. . . . and there's still so much more.

Blackpool Illuminations are considered to be the greatest free light show on earth, which entertains millions of visitors each year and brings glowing warmth to even the coldest October evening.

Bodnant Garden is one of the most beautiful gardens in the UK, spanning some 80 acres and is situated above the River Conwy on ground sloping towards the west and looking across the valley towards the Snowdonia range. The garden has two parts. The upper garden around Bodnant Hall consists of the terraced gardens and informal lawns shaded by trees. The lower portion, known as the’Dell’ is formed by the valley of the River Hiraethlyn and contains the wild garden.

Llandudno is Wales  largest resort, uniquely situated between the Great and Little Ormes with two wonderful beaches, the award winning North Shore and the quiet, sand duned West Shore. Llandudno has kept its Victorian and Edwardian elegance and splendour, despite its modern attractions.

Bolton is one of the North West’s shopping hot spots, with a long heritage as a bustling market town that stretches back to the 13^th century. Situated in Ashburner Street, next to the main bus station, Bolton Market has indoor and outdoor stalls – fish, meat, fruit & vegetables and miscellaneous goods.

Botany Bay is one of Lancashire’s gems and is housed in a converted Victorian Mill. The 5 enourmous floors of shopping, a garden centre, indoor play area for kids and great restaurants make this destination a great day out.

A visit to the Colne Store with an all-inclusive package that offers time for shopping followed by late afternoon 3 course meal at Banny’s Fish & Chip Restaurant, then re-board our coach for a tour of Blackpool Illuminations.

A visit to the Colne Store with an all-inclusive package that offers Lunch at Banny’s Fish & Chip Restaurant, time for shopping, then  join our guide for your Roses Tour followed by afternoon tea & scones.

We travel first to Burnley Market with time for some shopping. During the afternoon we take you to Gawthorpe Hall, a wonderful Elizabethan gem, discover fascinating stories about the family who lived at this fine house. You will be shown fine architecture and some of the Hall’s best Jacobean features, including the famous plaster work ceilings dating from the 1600’s.

Enjoy a visit to Bury Market, and then venture back on a nostalgic journey through time on a full size steam train, from Bury to Rawtenstall following the 8 mile winding route of the River Irwell.  Finish off with a visit to Oswaldtwistle Shopping Mill. 

Bury Market has dominated the consumer retail sector in the area. Over the past thirty years, retail giants have developed in the vicinity, yet Bury Market remains the undisputed champion of the North, attracting 250,000 visitors every week. Quite rightly world famous, Bury Open Market oozes charisma and atmosphere. The ambience and layout offers visitors the opportunity to seek out and visit every stall.

Lyme Park is set in the foothills of the Peak District with magnificent views across the Cheshire Plain, the house sits in the middle of this 1,400 acre medieval deer park – home to almost 450 red and fallow deer. Surrounded by 17acre garden, Lyme featured as 'Pemberley' in the BBC's 1995 adaptation of Pride and Prejudice. Lyme Park is owned and managed by the National Trust.

Buxton, the cultural capital of the Peak District, as a spa town, has been a popular holiday resort for centuries. Based at the heart of the Peak District in the county of Derbyshire and blessed with stunning scenery, magnificent architecture, a wealth of shops and a thriving arts scene coupled with its world famous spa water, Buxton has plenty to offer any visitor.

Chatsworth is the home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire, one of Britain's best loved historic estates and the heart beat of the Peak District National Park. With famous works of art, a working farmyard, spectacular fountains and the finest shopping and eating, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Chesterfield has been a traditional Market Town for over 800 years. The General Market with over 150 stalls takes place every Monday, Friday and Saturday. Well dressing is only found in Derbyshire and at its simplest, it’s the art of decorating springs and wells with pictures made of flowers, berries and leaves.